 Over 20 years experience in purchasing field  Presently work for a highly dynamic international corporation recognized by Forbes and Fortune magazines  Ability to replenish up to 7 million dollar inventories while obtaining excellent inventory turnover and reducing overstock in hub and satellite locations  Calculate and maintain minimum & maximum inventory levels  Proficient in Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook  Team player with proven ability to supervise staff, demonstrate superior communication skills with all departments, vendors, and executive management to ensure procurement goals are met  Educated new employees in Purchasing Department  Possess knowledge of a variety of industries including: industrial supply, security system distributor, cutting tool manufacturing, store fixture manufacture, electrical & mechanical maintenance and contracting, as well as electric motor manufacturing and distribution  Proven experience with importing and exporting with American and International vendors, tariff coding and calculating landing rates  Goal-oriented individual with leadership capabilities  Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver